This is a 3D ready receiver with the upscaling function that converts 1080p to 4K. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. The device has such features as Chromecast that lets you stream content from different devices. Easy to set up and use. The calibration is automatic due to the MCACC technology. Advanced sound retriever due to this technology, the device can restore the quality of compressed audio. The Full Band Phase Control eliminates the phase lag, which improves the multi-channel sound.
This model supports Alexa voice control (the Alexa device is sold separately). This receiver supports a 9.2 sound setup with 11.2 channel processing. It supports 4K Ultra HD and wireless streaming music. The device can be controlled via a special application for iOS, Android or Amazon Kindle. In some cases, you need to split analog audio into CAB/SAT to get the audio output for Zone 3. Sometimes the audio signal is lost while there are no problems with the video signal.
Both devices are great for homes. These devices are quite powerful – 760 W Pioneer SC-LX701 or Denon AVRX4400H that has 1050 W. These receiver support modern sound enhancement technologies and network connection interfaces. Nevertheless, if you choose between Denon AVRX4400H vs Pioneer SC-LX701, then you should consider their main advantages.
The main advantage of Pioneer SC-LX701 is that it supports many technologies, including precise automatic configuration of speakers. While its main disadvantage is that it has some issues with HDMI ports.
The main advantage of Denon AVRX4400H (ignoring its total power output) is that it supports voice control. However, you need to buy the Alexa device separately. The main disadvantage is that this model has some compatibility problems with certain TVs.
Choosing Denon AVRX4400H or Pioneer SC-LX701 you should understand what you want. If you need more power that is able to cover the whole area, then the Denon model is for you (1050 W versus the Pioneer model that has 760 W). However, if you need many sound enhancement technologies then pay your attention to Pioneer SC-LX701.
Specification | Denon AVRX4400H | Pioneer SC-LX701 |
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Connector Type | ||
Optical Digital Inputs | 2 | 3 |
Phones | 1 | 1 |
Av Inputs | 2 | 4 |
Usb | 1 | 1 |
Subwoofer Outputs | 2 | 2 |
Coaxial Digital Outputs | has not | has not |
Optical Digital Outputs | has not | has not |
Hdmi Outputs | 3 | 2 |
Hdmi Inputs | 8 | 8 |
Coaxial Digital Inputs | 2 | 2 |
Additional Features | ||
Three-zone Capability | ||
Smartphone Remote Control | ||
A-b Speaker Switch | ||
Dual-zone Capability | ||
Pure Direct Mode | ||
Auto Power Off | ||
Bi-amplifying | ||
Audio Return Channel (arc) | ||
Apple Air-play Support | ||
Advanced Sound Retriever (asr) Technology | ||
Functions | ||
Network Audio Player | ||
Internet Radio | ||
Digital Player | ||
Power Device | ||
Standby Power Consumption | 0.1 W | 0.15 W |
Operational Power Consumption | 710 W | 310 W |
Built-in Decoders | ||
Dts:x | ||
Dolby True Hd | ||
Dolby Surround | ||
Dolby Digital Plus | ||
Dolby Atmos | ||
Connectivity Interfaces | ||
Wi-fi | ||
Bluetooth | ||
Ieee 802.3u | ||
Ieee 802.3 | ||
Audio Formats | ||
Wma | ||
Wav | ||
Mp3 | ||
Flac | ||
Apple Lossless | ||
Aiff | ||
Aac | ||
Signal Processing | ||
Upscaling Via Hdmi | up to 4K | up to 4K |
3d Pass-through | ||
Video Conversion/scaling | HDMI to HDMI scaling, analog to HDMI up conversion | HDMI to HDMI scaling, analog to HDMI up conversion |
Hdmi Pass-through | up to 4K | up to 4K |
Radio | ||
Preset Station | 40 | 40 |
Tuner Bands | AM/FM | AM/FM |
Tuner Type | digital | digital |
Clock | ||
Sleep Timer | ||
Built-in Clock | ||
Built-in Display | ||
Colour | black | black |
Type | fluorescent | fluorescent |
Amplifier | ||
Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.05 % | 0.08 % |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz-20 kHz | 20 Hz-20 kHz |
Output Impedance Per Channel | 8 Ohm | 4 Ohm, 6 Ohm, 8 Ohm |
Output Power Per Channel | 125 W | 135 W, 185 W, 220 W |
Total Output Power | 1050 W | 760 W |
Sound Features | ||
Digital Content Protection | HDCP 2.2 | HDCP 2.2 |
Surround System Class | 9.2 channel | 9.2 channel |
Surround Sound Effects | Theater-Dimensional Virtual Surround | Front Stage Surround Advance |
Audio D/a Converter | 32bit / 192kHz | 32bit / 192kHz |
Media Content Source | ||
Usb-host | ||
Network | ||
Bluetooth | ||
Dimensions | ||
Dimensions | 14.9 x 17.1 x 6.6 inches | 7.4 x 17.1 x 7.3 inches |
User Manual | ||
Manual | avr-x4400h.pdf | sc-lx701.pdf |
General | ||
Brand | Denon | Pioneer |